Community
1 year ago
Temporary lane closure to impact traffic on Pine Road at SE Maricamp Road on Wednesday

Commuters will face a different traffic pattern because of a temporary lane closure on Pine Road at SE Maricamp Road on Wednesday, July 31, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Image is a graphic showing the FHP cruiser in front of a rocket launching with a ribbon indicating the agency won the Best-Looking Cruiser contest.
Community
1 year ago
Out of this world photo helps Florida Highway Patrol win America’s Best-Looking Cruiser competition for second year

The Florida Highway Patrol is “over the moon” earning back-to-back victories in the nationwide contest winning by a margin of more than 2,900 votes.

Image shows a graphic that says Alachua County is turning 200 years old. And asks, "How should we celebrate?" And text instructs readers to "take the survey."
Community
1 year ago
Alachua County sends out Bicentennial Celebration survey, asking community to help plan the 200th anniversary party

Alachua County wants public input to help shape the bicentennial celebration and ensure that it “truly reflects the spirit” of the community.

Community
1 year ago
Ocala aquatic venue brings you closer to the Olympic Games in Paris

Watch and cheer on your favorite Olympic swimmers at the 2024 Paris games in Ocala as “France comes to FAST.” The Florida Aquatics Swimming & Training center is hosting two water sport watch parties.

Image shows a woman carrying a dog during a training exercise involving dozens of emergency response agencies in Marion County.
Community
1 year ago
Simulation helps Marion County emergency responders prepare for large-scale disaster | PHOTOS

A full-scale exercise this week simulated a train derailment with an ethanol spill, fire and evacuation including livestock and domestic animals.

Community
1 year ago
World Equestrian Center named one of the world’s greatest destinations by TIME Magazine | PHOTOS

WEC is one of only 50 hotels and resorts that made the list of 100 extraordinary destinations to visit and stay.

Community
1 year ago
Celebrate 80 years of Smokey Bear this Saturday in Ocala

Kids can get cake, ice cream and photos with Smokey Bear at two birthday bashes this Saturday in Ocala. Party details in the story.

Uri Mansur jumps during the second round of the Longines League of Nations at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, FL, on Saturday, March 23, 2024.
Business
1 year ago
World Equestrian Center’s growth adds to its reputation as a global destination

The World Equestrian Center in Ocala is expanding its footprint. Senior leaders say a series of additions make it a tourist destination, while strengthening its position as a global equestrian sport venue.

Features
1 year ago
Levy County man to be inducted into Florida 4-H Hall of Fame

Florida 4-H says Albert Fuller made a significant impact through the development of innovative programs and the promotion of leadership among youth during an impressive 38-year career with the UF/IFAS Extension.

Community
1 year ago
Fighting for Faith: Ocala city council votes unanimously to continue lawsuit over prayer vigil

Atheists who attended the event are suing the city saying it violated the Establishment Clause in the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.